Cupertino High School, colloquially referred to as "Tino", "CHS", is a four-year comprehensive public high school located near the Rancho Rinconada and Fairgrove neighborhoods of Cupertino, California, USA.
Serving 1,811 students in grades 9-12, Cupertino High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cupertino High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cupertino High School's student population of 1,811 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Grey, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Strive for Excellence
School Rankings
Cupertino High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cupertino High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
72%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cupertino High School's ranking?
Cupertino High School is ranked #166 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cupertino High School often compared to?
Cupertino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monta Vista High School, Lynbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cupertino High School?
The graduation rate of Cupertino High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cupertino High School?
1,811 students attend Cupertino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cupertino High School students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cupertino High School?
Cupertino High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cupertino High School offer ?
Cupertino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cupertino High School part of?
Cupertino High School is part of Fremont Union High School District.
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